America Lopez
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Dedicated Dual Language Elementary Teacher with four years of experience in bilingual education within a 50/50 dual language model. Skilled in literacy and mathematics instruction for emergent bilingual students, newcomers, and students with diverse learning needs. Demonstrated success improving student achievement, including strong MAP Math growth across the classroom. Experienced in leading family engagement initiatives, cultural events, and small group interventions that support multilingual learners.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Dual Language Teacher
Prairie Oak Elementary School — North Berwyn School District 98
01.2022 - Current
- Teach in a 50/50 dual language model delivering instruction in English and Spanish.
- Provide small group interventions in reading and mathematics.
- Support emergent bilingual students, newcomers, and students with IEPs.
- Implement district curriculum including Amplify, Eureka Math, Math Girls, and iReady.
- Use MAP Growth assessment data to guide instruction and student support.
- Maintain communication with bilingual families through ParentSquare.
- Integrate classroom technology including Google Classroom, Google Slides, and student Chromebooks.
- Leadership & Impact
- Recognized by the district for high MAP Math growth scores.
- All students met their MAP growth goals in mathematics.
- Mentor teacher for student teachers and practicum candidates.
- Lead cultural events, Literacy Night, parent workshops, and conferences.
- Facilitate family communication in both English and Spanish.
Education
Master of Arts - Dual Language Leadership
Roosevelt University
07-2026
Bachelor’s Degree - Elementary Education
Skills
- Dual Language Education (50/50 Model)
- Literacy Instruction
- Math Intervention
- Small Group Instruction
- Data Driven Instruction
- Support for Emergent Bilinguals and Newcomers
- IEP Collaboration
- Family Engagement
- Google Classroom
- Google Slides
- Chromebooks
- ParentSquare
- Canva
Certification
- Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
- Elementary Education (Grades 1–6)
- Transitional Bilingual Educator Endorsement – Spanish
- Endorsements in progress: English as a Second Language (ESL), Bilingual Education Teacher – Spanish
Languages
Spanish — Native
English — Fluent
Timeline
First Grade Dual Language Teacher
Prairie Oak Elementary School — North Berwyn School District 98
01.2022 - Current
Master of Arts - Dual Language Leadership
Roosevelt University